A demanding high pass connecting the Baltoro to the Hushe valley — for experienced trekkers seeking the complete Karakoram traverse.
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Fly or drive to Skardu.
2,228 mPermits, crew introductions and supply shopping.
2,228 m4x4 jeep drive to the last village before the wilderness.
3,000 mTrek begins along the Braldu river.
3,150 mContinue to Paiju, last camp with trees.
3,450 mRest day before the glacier.
3,450 mOnto the Baltoro glacier.
3,700 mPanoramic views back down the glacier.
3,900 mGasherbrum IV comes into view.
4,300 mArrive at the amphitheatre of four 8,000m peaks.
4,600 mDay hike to K2 Base Camp, return to Concordia.
5,150 mMove towards the Gondogoro La approach.
4,900 mA spare day here before attempting the pass, since the Gondogoro La crossing depends entirely on a clear weather window.
4,900 mThe crossing day — a long, demanding day over the high pass into the Hushe valley side.
5,585 mDescend through alpine terrain towards Saicho.
3,700 mFinal trekking day into Hushe village.
3,050 mJeep transfer via Khaplu back to Skardu.
2,228 mRest day / weather contingency built into the schedule.
2,228 mFly or drive back to Islamabad. Trip ends.
DepartureThis is a template itinerary — confirm exact camp sites, timings and reserve days with the founder before publishing.
Everything required for a fully compliant, safe trek in Baltistan — some of it handled by us, some to prepare before you fly.
6 months valid Passport, Pakistan E-Visa, CNIC/ID copies.
Great Adventure manages restricted area trekking permits (requires passport submission 4 weeks prior).
Must explicitly cover Emergency Helicopter Evacuation and high-altitude trekking.
Altitude sickness (AMS) preparedness, fitness levels, and personal first-aid kits.